LIVE-IN HOME SUPPORT WORKER (Kelowna/Vernon) #008-22

John Howard Society of the Lower Mainland (JHS); East Central Okanagan Electoral Area; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in British Columbia seeks a Live-in Home Support Worker to assist individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities. Responsibilities include promoting independence, collaborating with service stakeholders, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates must possess a relevant diploma and have experience related to the position. First Aid certification is required, and a clean driver's abstract is needed. This role emphasizes diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• At least one year of recent job-related experience is required.
• First Aid & CPR certificate is mandatory.
• Naloxone training and Mental Health First Aid are preferred.
• Must have a clean driver's abstract and applicable insurance.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities in daily living.
• Collaborate with community stakeholders for service delivery goals.
• Maintain records and report on interactions.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to address challenging behaviours

Record keeping

Education

Diploma/degree in related human/social services field

Job description

LIVE-IN HOME SUPPORT WORKER #008-22

POSITION OVERVIEW

Directly supporting adults referred by Community Living of BC (CLBC) with neurodevelopmental disabilities and complex neurologically-based behaviours. Characteristics may include, but are not limited to, struggles maintaining housing upkeep, substance misuse dual diagnosis, and challenging behaviour(s) that put the individual at increased risk of criminal justice involvement.

Assess and collaboratively establish service delivery goals (ex. occupational, recreational, social, housing and financial) with those served. Where appropriate, incorporate the input of family members and other community stakeholders. Support with activities of daily living (ADL) and promoting independent life skills.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under the direction of the Director of Community Living Services, complete duties in accordance with organizational policies and procedures
• Home-based & community based support
• Recognize, analyze, and address challenging and emergent situations
• Maintain daily narrative reports of contact and develop needs-assessments and related tools.
• Work collaboratively with CLBC facilitators and those served to determine service plans and goals.
• Promote the independence, safety, and overall quality of life of those served in the community
• Assistance with activities of daily living (ADL).
• Utilization of harm reduction and strength-based approaches
• Follow and contribute towards creating positive behavioural support frameworks
• Exercise good judgement and upholding professional and consistent boundaries

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and Knowledge: Diploma/degree in related human/social services field
• Training and experience: And/or at least one (1) year of recent job-related experience
• First Aid & CPR Certificate
• Naloxone training, preferred
• Mental Health First Aid, preferred
• Able to write factual reports, keep accurate records, and communicate effectively
• Class 5 driver’s license, clean driver’s abstract, applicable liability insurance, and access to vehicle for use of transporting those served
• Contingent upon a clear Criminal Record Check (CRC) for working with Vulnerable Adults
• Contingent upon proof of COVID-19 immunization

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage people of diverse backgrounds, identification and cultures to apply. We also support candidates of diverse abilities and support accommodation throughout the hiring process, as requested and required by the applicant.

John Howard Society of Okanagan & Kootenay is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.